How to avoid GMOs

This way you can avoid GMOs. Genetic modification is a technique in which the properties of organisms such as crops are changed. Genetically modified organisms are called GMOs (Genetically Modified Organisms) or GMOs (Genetically Modified Organisms). With this technique, genes with positive properties of, for example, plants, insects or bacteria are added to other organisms. In this way crops such as maize and soya are made resistant to insects and diseases in order to be able to produce as efficiently as possible. However, this disrupts the natural balance. GMOs threaten biodiversity because in certain areas no nutrients can be found for certain insects and bacteria that are part of our ecosystem. The negative consequences this causes are not yet sufficiently known. Genetic pollution is irreversible, unpredictable and causes a chain reaction of consequences for ecosystems. In addition, the long-term effects of consumption of these products on human health are not yet sufficiently known. The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) states that if a product contains more than 0,9% of genetically modified material, this must be stated on the label. You can avoid them by choosing only certified organic, certified non-genetically engineered and locally grown foods that have been grown naturally, without the use of genetic engineering. Fortunately, more and more people and countries are becoming aware of the risks of GMOs in food. In addition to the safety of GMOs, EFSA also looks at the risks to the environment. For example, they check whether harmful substances are formed during the process of genetic modification. They also check whether the modified plant can come into contact with other plants and whether the plant is not poisonous to animals. Where can you find GMOs and where not? Corn and soy (from which flour, sweeteners and starch are made) in particular are often modified. They mainly occur in composite products. Look at the packaging of sauces, soups and ready meals and you will find that genetically modified ingredients have been used almost everywhere. 1) Most animals in the livestock industry (above 90%) receive genetically modified food, which indirectly ends up in our food. 2) Especially corn and soy (from which flour, sweeteners and starch are made) are often modified. They mainly occur in composite products. Look at the packaging of sauces, soups and ready meals and you will find that genetically modified ingredients have been used almost everywhere. 3) Most animals in the livestock industry (above 90%) receive genetically modified food, which indirectly ends up in our food. 4) Milk products and eggs: almost all milk products and eggs in the Netherlands come from animals that are fed GMOs. 5) Biscuits, chips and other snacks are composite products, so a lot of modified sweeteners and starch. 6) Ready meals: composed, so many modified ingredients. 7) Oils and vegetable fats: Olive oil is not modified. Many other 'vegetable' fats do contain GMOs. There's also a good chance that the margarine in your fridge will contain GM ingredients. 8) Bread, crackers and toast: genetically modified organisms such as flour, protein or fat from soybeans are also used in bakery raw materials. Bee Ekopura we know better than anyone the importance of clean food and its impact on the environment. That is why there are no GMOs or other chemical and unhealthy additives in our products, but only honest, healthy ingredients. Our products comply with the strict European rules for (organic) food in which GMOs are not allowed. Want to know more about our products? Then read on quickly.